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"Specialized" is a form of "specialized", an adjective which is often translated as "especializado". "Major in" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "especializarse en". Learn more about the difference between "major in" and "specialized" below.
major in(
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)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
a. especializarse en
I majored in economics in college.Me especialicé en economía en la universidad.
specialized(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (general)
a. especializado
This job calls for specialized training and skills.Este trabajo requiere formación y habilidades especializadas.
